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BlueSonic
Bluetooth Portable Speakers
USER MANUAL
BLUEANT
BLUESONIC PORTABLE SPEAKERS
Thank you for purchasing your new BlueAnt device.
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BlueSonic
Bluetooth Portable Speakers
Features
• Stream music over A2DP & answer VOIP calls from your
Windows PC/Laptop
• Stream music over A2DP & answer calls from your mobile
phone or PDA
• Plug in your iPod or MP3 music player (cable included)
• Totally wireless or wired, portable and re-chargeable
• 2 Year Warranty
• In-built DSP cancellation to reduce echo and background
noise.
• In-built microphone to amplify conversation via Skype,
MSN & Yahoo Messenger.
• Rear Microphone-in jack to connect an external
microphone to collect better voice output
• Crystal clear stereo sound and powerful bass reflection.
• Answer a mobile phone call automatically while
playing music. Music will be returned automatically as
soon as conversation is over.
• Ideal for Conference-Calls, Amplified Speakers etc.
Portability from office to home, even to a car.
• In-built rear magnets suitable for most metal surface, E.g.
Filing cabinet, Fridge
• Compact design, easy to carry and store.
• Pairs with up to 8 Bluetooth devices.
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Introduction
When first using the BlueSonic please make sure that
you:
• Fully charge the device for at least 3 hours before using
for the first time. Afterwards it takes approximately 2 hours
to fully recharge. (Refer below for charging details.)
• DO NOT insert the USB Bluetooth Dongle until after you
have loaded the software form the CD.
• Pair the BlueSonic with a Bluetooth mobile phone,
computer or other Bluetooth device before making calls
or listening to music. The Bluetooth audio connection
between the wireless speakers and other devices
are established by setting up PAIRED links which are
stored in each device ready for quick connection when
requested. (Refer below for Pairing details.)
The BlueSonic speakers support:
• Voice calls over Bluetooth using the Headset/Handsfree
profile.
• Wireless stereo music over Bluetooth using the A2DP/
High Quality Audio profile.
• A wired 3.5mm stereo input at the rear of the device.
• An External Microphone input at the rear of the device
(microphone not supplied)
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BlueSonic
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Contents
1. Product Overview..............................................................6
1.1 Description of Buttons and Inputs…….................…..6
1.2 Product Specifications……………..............…...….….8
2. Bluetooth
2.1 What are Headset and Handsfree?............................9
2.2 What is A2DP?..........................................................9
3.Charging the BlueSonic......................................................9
4. Button and Symbol Definitions……………...............…...10
4.1 Button Operation
4.2 Button Functions Matrix
4.3 LED Indicators
5. Using with Bluetooth Mobile Phones and PDA’s...........12
5.1 Pairing to a Mobile Phone or PDA……..............…...13
5.2 Voice Connection……………………..............….......14
5.3 A2DP / Stereo Connection………….............…........14
6. Using with Computers for Music and VOIP....................17
6.1 Loading the Software from the included CD.........…..17
6.2 Pairing to a Windows PC............................................18
6.3 Voice Connection with a PC………………...............19
6.4 A2DP / Stereo connection with a PC…....................21
7. Connecting an Audio Source directly by 3.5mm audio
cable.......................................................................................22
8. 2.5 mm External Microphone……………............………..22
9. Streaming Audio via the BlueAnt A2DP Streamer
(optional accessory).............................................................23
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10. FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
10.1 General…………...................................................23
10.2 Bluetooth………………………...............................27
10.3 Troubleshooting…………………….............…........30
11. Contact Us……………………..........................................36
12. Warranty……………………………...................................37
12.1 Process…………………………..............……….....37
12.2 Terms and Conditions………….............…......……38
13. Certification and Safety Approvals/General
Information…….....................................................................38
14. Cautions……………………………...................................40
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BlueSonic
Bluetooth Portable Speakers
1. Product Overview
1.1 Description of Buttons and Inputs
Front Panel
MIC
VOL(-)
VOL(+)
INDICATORS
PICK UP / HANG UP
PLAY / PAUSE
INDICATORS
BACKWARD
FORWARD
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Back Panel
MAGNETS
POWER
ON/OFF
On
Off
DC JACK
MIC IN
LINE IN
MAGNETS
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BlueSonic
Bluetooth Portable Speakers
1.2 Product Specification
Bluetooth Specification
Bluetooth v1.2 Class2
Bluetooth Profiles
HSP/HFP/A2DP/AVRCP
Frequency Band
2.4GHz~2.4835GHz ISM Band
Working Distance
10 meters
Standby Time
48 hours
Playing Time
10 hours@60db 5 hours@95dB
Battery
3.7V Li-Polymer rechargeable
battery
Weight
360g
Box Contents
1. One BlueSonic Bluetooth
Portable Speaker
2. One 100-240V AC adapter.
3. One 3.5mm audio lead
4. User manual
5. Quick Start Guide
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2. Bluetooth
2.1 What are Headset and Handsfree?
Handsfree and Headset are both Bluetooth Service Profiles
that allow for Voice connections between Bluetooth devices.
Most Bluetooth enabled phones and PC’s include one or both
of these profiles.
2.2 What is A2DP?
Advanced Audio Distribution Profile - A2DP technology is a
new music revolution allowing you to send CD quality stereo
music from one device to another without using wires. A2DP
is crystal clear music without the hassle of plugging cables.
Bluetooth Wireless Technology with the A2DP technology
makes mobile phones, pda’s and computers capable of
streaming music.
For a list of A2DP compatible phones got to www.blueant.com.
au
3. Charging the BlueSonic
a. Plug the AC5V charger into an electrical outlet. Plug
the adapters’ connector into the DC Jack charging
port on the back of the BlueSonic.
b. The Amber indicator will turn ON while charging and
change to Green when charging is complete.
c. It takes 3 hours to fully charge the in-built battery the
first time only. It takes 2 hours to re-charge thereafter.
d. The BlueSonic can be charged while it is “ON” or
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“OFF”
e. The unit must be charged with the supplied AC5V
charger only.
4. Button and Symbol Definitions
4.1 Button Operation
• Short Press = Press and release less than 1 second
• Long Press = Press and release after 2 seconds
• Double Click = Click twice within 0.5 seconds
• Press/Hold = Press and Hold for more than 6 seconds
4.2 Button Functions Matrix
Feature
Button
Operation
Status
Pairing
Press/Hold
Standby
Cancel Pairing
Press/Hold
During Pairing
Pick Up
Short
To Telephone
Hang Up
Short
During
Communication
Voice Dialing
Short
Standby
Refuse Answering
Long
Receive Calling
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Feature
Button
Operation
Last Call Redial
Double
Status
Standby
Switch to Handset
Long
During
Communication
Cancel Voice Dialing
Short
During Voice Dialing
Volume Up
Short
During
Communication
Volume Down
Short
During
Communication
Connect To Voice
Connection
Short
Disconnected
Connect To A2DP/Stereo
Connection
Short
Disconnected
Play
Short
Stop or Pause
Pause
Short
Playing
Stop
Long
Playing
Forward
Short
Playing
Backward
Short
Playing
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4.3 LED Indicators
Pairing
Blue rapid blink
During Communication
Blue rapid blink 3 times per second
Playing Music
Blue rapid blink 2 times per second
Connected and Standby
Blue Blink once per second
Standby without Connected
Blue Blink rapid once every 2 seconds
Low Battery
Amber continuing blinking, the lower the faster
Charging
Amber light on
Charging complete
Green light on
5. Using with Bluetooth Mobile Phones and PDA’s
• If your phone supports Headset or Handsfree profile
you can use the BlueSonic as a speaker phone.
• If your phone supports A2DP you can stream stereo
music from your phone to the BlueSonic.
• If your phone supports both the A2DP and Handsfree/
Headset Profiles, music will mute automatically when a
call comes through. You can then take the call and the
music will automatically return when the call is ended.
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5.1 Pairing to a mobile phone or PDA
This is an example. This procedure may differ depending
on the mobile phone you’re using.
a. Turn the Power switch to ON at the rear of the
BlueSonic.
b. Put your BlueSonic into Pairing mode - Press and
Hold the
button until the indicator blinks rapidly and
you hear a distinct melody (about 6 seconds). At this
stage, the BlueSonic is in Pairing mode and is ready
to be found in searches by other Bluetooth devices.
c. Turn Bluetooth ON in your mobile phone or PDA.
(refer to your phones User Guide)
d. Perform a device discovery to Search/Add the
BlueSonic.
e. When devices are displayed, select the BlueSonic.
Enter Passkey “1234”.
f. Set the BlueSonic as a trusted/authorised device, if an
option in your phone.
g. Finish and exit. (Refer to your phones User Guide for
any additional steps)
h. To pair up more devices; Repeat steps b - g for each
device you want to pair.
Note: Some devices require you to pair once for High Quality
Audio/A2DP profile and again for Handsfree/Headset profile,
E.G HP 6515. Other phones require pairing only once but will
enable both profiles E.G Samsung D600, O2 XDA Atom)
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Note: If the pairing is not established within 60 seconds, the
blue indicator turns to a regular blinking once every 2 seconds.
Please repeat pairing procedure listed above.
5.2 Voice Connection
There are several ways to connect to the BlueSonic
depending on your model of phone.
a. Turn the BlueSonic ON and it may connect
automatically…
or
b. Short Press the
Phone button on the BlueSonic.
The voice connection to which it was last connected
will be searched…
or
c. Select BlueSonic in the Bluetooth devices list of your
phone and press Connect.
d. Refer to step 4.2 Button Functions Matrix for operation
of the Voice Connection
When connected, the indicator will turn to aregular blinking
blue twice every second. For optimum voice quality,
speak towards the microphone located at the top of the
BlueSonic.
5.3 A2DP / Stereo Connection
Please check that your phone supports the A2DP profile.
There are several ways to connect to the BlueSonic
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depending on your model of phone.
a. Turn the BlueSonic ON and it may connect
automatically…
or
b. Short Press the
Play/Pause button on the
BlueSonic. The A2DP/Stereo connection to which it
was last connected will be searched …
or
c. Select BlueSonic in the Bluetooth devices list of your
phone, Select BlueSonic and press Connect.
d. Open your devices’ Music Player, select the Output as
BlueSonic if required, and play a track.
e. Refer to step 4.2 Button Functions Matrix for operation
of the Stereo Connection
When connected, the Bluetooth indicator will turn to a
regular blinking blue twice every second.
See the Function/Button Matrix below for operation of the
Speakers.
• When using the BlueSonic buttons to connect, it will
search for the last device that was connected to each of
the profiles. If you want to connect to another previously
paired device please use its Bluetooth Menu as explained
in point c. above
• When listening to streamed music and an incoming/
outgoing call occurs, streaming music will be muted and
the call will ring through the speakers. Answer the call
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using the button. As soon as the call has ended, the
music will return.
• Refer to 4.2 Button Functions Matrix for operation of
the Voice Connection
If the device supports AVRCP remote control you will be
able to control track selection of Windows Media Player
using the BlueSonic buttons otherwise the Play/Pause
button will act as “mute” function.
Phone Software
Please make sure you have the latest firmware upgrade
for your Phone especially if you are using a PDA Phone.
Go to the support section of the manufacturers’ website
to check you have the latest version. Many new pda
phones require a Bluetooth patch to improve Bluetooth
functionality from the original version.
Resetting Your Phone
As new phones become more like computers they
become prone to software and memory issues which
may cause Bluetooth reconnection issues. This can be
fixed simply by turning the phone off and back on again.
The phone will be reset and the working memory cleared.
Leaving your phone on continually for weeks at a time
can cause this to happen so we recommend that you
switch your phone off at least once a fortnight to avoid
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any problems.
lf you experience this problem regularly call your phone’s
manufacturer for a software upgrade at a service center.
You may also be able to do this online.
6. Using with Computers for Music and VOIP
• Do not insert the BlueAnt USB Bluetooth dongle until after
loading the software from the CD
• You cannot make a voice connection and a stereo
connection at the same time using a PC. You must
disconnect from one before connecting to the other.
6.1 Loading the Software from the included CD:
a. Place the supplied Bluetooth Bluesoleil Driver CD in
your computers’ CD reader.
b. The Bluesoleil setup program should start
automatically. If it does not, locate the setup.exe file
on the CD and run it.
c. Follow the prompts to install the software.
d. During the install, BlueSoleil will ask you to reboot your
computer.
e. After you reboot, insert the BlueAnt USB Bluetooth
Dongle into a spare USB port. (We recommend to plug
the dongle directly into the computers internal USB
port… please do not use a USB hub)
f. In the Bluesoleil pop up on screen, name your
computer and select the type of PC you’re using.
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Note: Bluesoleil has an extensive Help section located
in the Help drop down box on the main screen. Please read
through this manual to discover all the possibilities of this
software
6.2 Pairing to a Windows PC
a. Once you have Bluesoleil loaded, and have inserted
your USB Dongle, Turn the Power switch to ON at the
rear of the BlueSonic.
b. Put your BlueSonic into Pairing mode - Press and Hold
the
button until the indicator blinks rapidly and
you hear a distinct melody (about 6 seconds). At this
stage, the BlueSonic is in Pairing mode and is ready
to be found in searches by other Bluetooth devices.
c. Next, click on the Orange Sun in the center of the
screen to activate a ‘Search for devices’
d. When devices are displayed, right click on the
BlueSonic icon and select Pair.
e. Enter Passkey “1234”. A Red tick will appear next to
the BlueSonic to show it is paired.
f. Next, right click on the BlueSonic icon and select
Refresh Services. You will see the available services
Headset and AV icons turn to yellow.
g. Again right click on the BlueSonic icon and select
Default Audio Device so it is ticked.
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HSP/HFP (Mobilephone.Skype.MSN &
Yahoo Messenger...)
A2DP (Music)
6.3 Voice Connection with a PC
There are two ways to connect the Headset/Handsfree
service:
a. Right Click on the BlueSonic Speakers icon and select
Connect then Select Bluetooth Headset Service, the
BlueSonic will now ring. Press the
Phone button to
secure the connection…
or
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b. Short Press the button on the BlueSonic. (If the PC
was the last connected device to the Voice connection,
it will connect to it. If the last connected device was
a mobile phone it will connect to the mobile when
pressing the button).
c. All voice calls on the pc will now be routed to the
BlueSonic.
d. Next, open a VOIP program on your PC, e.g. Skype,
MSN Messenger etc
e. All calls must be dialed and received using the
programs controls. The VOIP program cannot be
controlled by the BlueSonic in the same way that you
can use Redial and Voice Dial etc as with a Mobile
Phone. The Phone button is only used to Connect and
Disconnect the Voice Connection when used with a
PC.
f. To disconnect, Short Press the button on the
BlueSonic.
• You cannot make a voice connection and a stereo
connection with a PC at the same time.
• You must disconnect an A2DP connection with a PC
before starting a Voice connection.
• For optimum voice quality, speak towards the microphone
located at the top of the BlueSonic.
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6.4 A2DP / Stereo Connection with a PC
There are two ways to connect the A2DP/AV service and
stream music
a. Right click on the BlueSonic Speakers icon and select
Refresh Services. You will see the available services
icons Headset and AV turn to yellow.
b. Right click on the BlueSonic Speakers icon and select
Connect then Select Bluetooth AV service…
or
c. Short Press the
Play/Pause button on the
BlueSonic (If the PC was the last connected A2DP
device it will connect to it. If the last connected A2DP
device was a mobile it will connect to that).
d. When connected, the indicator will turn to a regular
blinking blue twice every second.
e. Open Windows Media Player and play a song.
You can use any audio program to send sound to
BlueSonic but with Windows Media Player (and other
programs that support Bluetooth Remote Control AVRCP) you will be able to control track selection from
the buttons on the BlueSonic.
f. To disconnect…Right Click on the AV icon at the top of
the BlueSoleil screen and Select Disconnect.
• You must open the program you want to stream from your
PC after you have made the A2DP/Stereo connection
with the BlueSonic speakers.
• You cannot make a voice connection and a stereo
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connection with a PC at the same time.
You must disconnect a voice connection with a PC before
starting an A2DP connection
7. Streaming Audio via BlueAnt A2DP Streamer (optional
accessory)
The BlueAnt A2DP Streamer will transmit stereo audio from
any audio source to the speakers. Plug it into a non-A2DP
mobile phone, PDA, TV, DVD, iPod, MP3 player etc.
a. To play music via the Bluetooth AV Streamer, please
make sure the BlueSonic Speaker has been paired
with the streamer (see User Guide of the A2DP
Streamer for details).
8. Connecting Music players directly into the 3.5mm audio
output
Equipped at the rear of the BlueSonic is a line-in jack to
directly connect stereo audio sources; such as an MP3 player,
iPod, Discman, laptop etc.
a. Firstly, disconnect any A2DP Bluetooth Connection
with the BlueSonic. (Voice connections can remain
active and Mobile calls can be answered as normal).
b. Plug the 3.5mm audio cable into the line-in jack at the
rear of the BlueSonic and the other end to the output
of the music player.
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c. Press the
button to play music.
d. All functional buttons on the BlueSonic will be disabled
as soon as the line-in jack is connected.
e. Please operate all Volume and Track selection
functions using the music player directly.
9. Connecting an External Microphone (not supplied) via
the 2.5 mm input
Equipped at the rear of the BlueSonic is a Mic-in jack for an
external microphone. Simply plug the connector into the input
jack and turn the Mic on. Adjust the microphone tube position
according to locality of the voices to increase sound sensitivity
and quality.
10. FAQ- Frequently Asked Questions
10.1 General
1. What is the main difference between the BlueSonic and other
Bluetooth devices?
2. What is included in the BlueSonic package?
3. How does the BlueSonic use the Bluetooth technology?
4. How do I handle voice calls when the BlueSonic is connected?
5. Can I transfer an ongoing mobile phone call back to my
phone to continue it there?
6. How many devices can I pair to the BlueSonic?
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7. Is my phone compatible?
8. What is the passcode/passkey of the BlueSonic?
9. Can I change the passcode of the BlueSonic?
10. Can I use voice activated dialing if my phone supports this
feature?
11. Can I use the BlueSonic to listen to music from my mobile?
12. How often should I charge my BlueSonic?
13. Can I use my BlueSonic with my computer for VOIP
applications?
14. Do I need to pair the devices every time I use them together?
15. Is the BlueSonic compatible with Apple Mac computers?
1. What is the main difference between the BlueSonic and other
Bluetooth devices?
The BlueSonic can connect to Bluetooth devices for voice
communications as well for streaming stereo audio over A2DP. It can be
used with mobile phones, pda’s and computers.
2. What is included in the BlueSonic package?
BlueSonic speakers, a USB Bluetooth Dongle, a CD with Bluesoleil driver
software, one 100-240V AC Adapter, one 3.5mm audio lead, a User
Manual, and Quick Start Guide.
3. How does the BlueSonic use the Bluetooth technology?
Bluetooth is used to send and receive mono voice and stereo sound
signals over radio waves between your mobile phone, PC and the
BlueSonic. It allows the BlueSonic to control phone calls on your mobile
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phone remotely. This is done by using the Headset and Handsfree
Bluetooth Profiles. It also uses the A2DP Profile for streaming audio
and the AVRCP Profile to remotely control music playlists of supported
programs.
4. How do I handle voice calls when the BlueSonic is connected?
For incoming mobile phone calls simply press the Phone button on the
front panel of the BlueSonic to answer. For outgoing calls you dial from
your phones keypad and the call will be transferred to the BlueSonic.
Alternatively you can use the redial or voice dial function using the phone
button on the BlueSonic.
For incoming VOIP calls use your programs interface to control the call.
Sound will be routed to the BlueSonic
5. Can I transfer an ongoing mobile phone call back to my phone to
continue it there?
Yes, simply Long Press the Phone button on the BlueSonic and the call
will continue on the mobile phone. Or you can use the active menu on the
phone during the call.
6. How many devices can I pair to the BlueSonic?
The BlueSonic can store pairing information for 8 different Bluetooth
devices.
The BlueSonic can connect to one A2DP device and one Headset/
Handsfree device at a time. When using a PC, you cannot connect the
A2DP and Headset/Handsfree Profiles at the same time.
7. Is my phone compatible?
If your phone has Bluetooth it more than likely supports a Handsfree or
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Headset Bluetooth profile, and so it will work with the BlueSonic for
voice calls. For stereo streaming the phone must support A2DP. Check
your phones manual or our compatibility list on the Blueant website for
compatible devices.
8. What is the passcode/passkey of the BlueSonic?
The Passcode for the BlueSonic is “1234”.
9. Can I change the passcode of the BlueSonic?
No, the passkey is inbuilt and cannot be changed.
10.Can I use voice activated dialing if my phone supports
this feature?
Yes the BlueSonic supports voice activated dialing if your phone also
supports this feature.
Check your phones user manual for information on setting this up and
recording voice commands.
11.Can I use the BlueSonic to listen to music from my
mobile?
Yes indeed, but your phone must support the A2DP Bluetooth Profile.
Check our website for an updated list of compatible mobile phones. You
may be able to listen to music in mono using the Handsfree connection
on your phone, but this is not recommended as the voice connection
for Handsfree is tuned be optimised for voices, not music. Using the
BlueSonic in this way will make them sound like an AM radio.
12.How often should I charge my BlueSonic?
You should charge the BlueSonic when the battery LED Indicator flashes
Amber in color. The battery will last for about 48 hrs on standby and
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much longer if the BlueSonic is switched off in between uses. When in
use, the BlueSonic battery will last for 10hrs at half volume and 5 hours
at full volume.
13.Can I use my BlueSonic with my computer for VOIP applications?
Yes, you can connect the BlueSonic to a PC that supports the Headset or
Handsfree profile. To do this you need to have Bluetooth enabled in your
computer using the supplied Bluetooth USB Dongle.
14.Do I need to pair the devices every time I use them together?
No, the pairing process is required only once for each device, unless the
devices are deleted.
15. Is the BlueSonic compatible with Apple Mac computers?
Macs come with their own internal Bluetooth Drivers and so do not
require Bluesoleil or any external drivers. However, they do support the
Headset profile and so can be used for VOIP Voice connections. (Please
check that your Mac supports the Bluetooth Headset Profile as some
older machines only support data over Bluetooth and not audio).
Unfortunately at the time of print, the Mac software does not support the
A2DP profile, so you are unable to stream stereo music to the BlueSonic.
They do support an audio line out, and so can be used with the wired
3.5mm connection to the BlueSonic.
Please check the Apple and BlueAnt website’s for current compatibility
information
10.2 Bluetooth
1. Is it safe to use Bluetooth devices, I have heard they can allow
unauthorized connections?
2. Can somebody else take control of my BlueSonic if they are in
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range?
3. What is the difference between Handsfree and Headset
Bluetooth Profiles?
4. How do I know if my devices are connected?
5. How far can my mobile be from the BlueSonic and still remain
connected?
6. Can other electrical devices cause interference with Bluetooth?
7. If I cup my hand over a Bluetooth device the signal strength and
quality suffers. Why does this happen?
8. What Bluetooth devices can use the BlueSonic?
9. What is A2DP?
1. Is it safe to use Bluetooth devices, I have heard they can allow
unauthorized connections?
For Bluetooth security reasons, once you have set up your Bluetooth
devices we recommend turning OFF the visibility option in the Bluetooth
Menu of your phone so that other Bluetooth users cannot see your
device. (This only applies to a few mainly older Bluetooth enabled
phones as most new phones have better security.)
2. Can somebody else take control of my BlueSonic if they are in
range?
No, the BlueSonic can only connect to previously paired devices that
have been properly authenticated.
The Pairing procedure creates an encrypted key known only to the two
devices paired.
3. What is the difference between Handsfree and Headset Bluetooth
Profiles?
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Handsfree Profile allows for extra features to be used with a mobile
phone. Voice Dial, redial, call transfer are some that are included in
Handsfree but not Headset. Handsfree also allows for a slightly better
call quality.
4. How do I know if my devices are connected?
When Bluetooth is turned ON in your phone you may see a Bluetooth
symbol appear on your main screen that changes slightly (colors invert or
arrows appear) when connected to the BlueSonic. Some phones show a
Headset or Car symbol to notify you that the devices are connected.
5. How far can my mobile be from the BlueSonic and still remain
connected?
The BlueSonic will remain connected within a range of 10 meters (30
ft). Sound quality may start to deteriorate after approximately 7 meters
depending on your environment.
6. Can other electrical devices cause interference with Bluetooth?
Bluetooth technology employs a technique called frequency hopping
to constantly change the frequency at which it sends data, reducing
interference with wireless devices such as wireless LAN’s and cordless
landline phones for example. Noise Interference can occur if the
Bluetooth device is used in close proximity with a microwave. Check
if there are any such devices in the surroundings, and if so keep the
distance between the BlueSonic and such devices to at least 5 - 10m.
Usually any interference will only cause a slight crackling sound. The
frequency of Bluetooth is much higher than that of radio station bands.
7. If I cup my hand over a Bluetooth device the signal strength and
quality suffers. Why does this happen?
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Bluetooth signals are radio waves and thus do not need line of sight
to operate. However, radio waves cannot travel through water and as
the human body is made up of mostly water they cannot travel through
it. This meaning that your hand will create a barrier causing slight
interference and a loss of signal quality.
8. What Bluetooth devices can use the BlueSonic?
To use the BlueSonic the device must support either the headset,
handsfree or A2DP Bluetooth profiles. Some devices may only support
data transmissions and not audio.
9. What is A2DP?
Advanced Audio Distribution Profile - A2DP technology is a new music
revolution allowing you to send CD quality stereo music from one device
to another without any wires. A2DP is crystal clear music without the
hassle of plugging cables. Bluetooth Wireless Technology with the A2DP
technology makes mobile phones, pda’s and computers capable of
streaming music.
For a list of A2DP compatible phones got to www.blueantwireless.com
10.3 Troubleshooting
How do I re-connect my BlueSonic?
Why won’t my BlueSonic go into pairing mode?
Is my BlueSonic charged?
Why can’t I hear any sound from the Speaker?
Why is the BlueSonic noisy and distorted?
My BlueSonic worked great but now it won’t connect to my
phone, what can I do?
7. My computer won’t connect to the BlueSonic, what can I do?
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8. What if my computer has Bluetooth already built in? Can I use
it?
9. Why can the talk time and standby time differ with the products
specification description?
10. Why does my phones battery not last as long as it used to?
11. I am having trouble pairing a second phone, what can I do?
12. How can I stay near the BlueSonic but not have calls diverted
through it?
13. My phone says “Bluetooth Module not found” what can I do?
14. I have a pda phone that pairs to the BlueSonic but has trouble
transferring calls, how can I fix this?
15. Why can’t I hear the dial tone from headset when I dial?
16. Voice dialing is not successful every time what can I do?
17. I have read all the solutions in this document but I still cannot
get my BlueSonic to work properly, what can I do?
1. How do I re-connect my BlueSonic?
Short Press either the Phone Button or the Play/Pause button to connect
to the last of each of these type of devices connected.
2. Why won’t my BlueSonic go into pairing mode?
Follow through the instructions in the BlueSonic Manual. Press the
Play/Pause button for 6 seconds. The BlueSonic will go back into Pairing
mode ready to be found in searches by devices.
Also, the BlueSonic sometimes requires a few seconds to establish a
connection. Please be patient while devices are searching.
3. Is my BlueSonic charged?
An Amber LED will slow blink if the battery is getting low. As the battery
gets lower the blink will become faster until the device goes into
shutdown mode.
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4. Why can’t I hear any sound from the Speaker?
The phone’s memory may have become corrupt and can be fixed by
rebooting the phone.
If this does not resolve the issue. Delete the pairing information and
re-pair
For a PC restart your audio program, or Delete the pairing information
and re-pair.
5. Why is the BlueSonic noisy and distorted?
Turn the BlueSonic Volume down to a level that does not give echo or
feedback. Also turn the volume down on your phone. A low battery can
also cause bad voice quality. Please charge the BlueSonic. Some people
like to have their phone ring loudly, but this may cause distortion when
transferred to the BlueSonic speaker. In your phone, set up a Profile
with lower ringing volumes and keypad tones and activate when using
with BlueSonic. (see your phones user manual for instructions on setting
up profiles). Also, you may have low antenna strength from your phone
network which may cause signal drop outs or disruption.
6. My BlueSonic worked great but now it won’t connect to my
phone, what can I do?
As newer phones are like mini-computers, they may become corrupt over
time and you may need to reset them every so often (at least once a
week is good). Simply switch off your phone remove the battery for a few
seconds, replace and reboot. The BlueSonic should now connect. If not,
remove existing pairing and re-pair the devices.
7. My computer won’t connect to the BlueSonic, what can I do?
Make sure you have not already got an active profile. You cannot connect
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a voice connection and a stereo connection at the same time. (This is
possible with a Mobile phone)
Disconnect any active services. Delete and re-pair the BlueSonic from
Bluesoleil…
Reboot the PC if required.
Also, in Windows Click on –
• Start Button > Control Panel > Sounds and Audio
Devices > Audio…Check that the Sound Playback device is set
to Bluetooth AV/HS Audio when using a stereo connection, and
Sound Recording is set to Bluetooth AV/HS Audio when using
Voice connections
8. What if my computer has Bluetooth already built in? Can I use it?
You may be able to use an internal Bluetooth device along with its
software as long as it supports Headset/Handsfree for voice, A2DP for
stereo and AVRCP for remote control.
Please check your computer manufacturers’ website for details. There
may be updated Bluetooth drivers on their site that will enable these
features.
9. Why can the talk time and standby time differ with the products
specification description?
The talk time and stand by time will differ based on different brands’
mobile phones, different distances between devices and different
Bluetooth link status (active, sleep, sniff mode etc.)
10. Why does my phones battery not last as long as it used to?
When you switch Bluetooth ON, your phone searches for any Bluetooth
devices in the area. This will use more battery power than with Bluetooth
OFF. The BlueSonic has a standby mode it enters when connected to
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your phone so that it minimizes battery loss. This allows the BlueSonic to
have such outstanding battery life as well as reducing the power required
by the phone.
11. I am having trouble pairing a second phone, what can I do?
When Pairing a second mobile phone, make sure the first is off or out of
range.
If you cannot connect to a previously paired and connected phone, go
to the Bluetooth menu of the phone, select the BlueSonic and Press
Connect. Some phones may require this if it is the second device used.
You do not have to re-pair the devices simply manually connect.
12. How can I stay near the BlueSonic but not have calls diverted
through it?
The BlueSonic will remain connected within a range of 10 meters so if
you are staying near the device but want to take calls through the phone
simply switch the BlueSonic off. Or turn Bluetooth off in the phone.
13. My phone says “Bluetooth Module not found” what can I do?
This means that your phone cannot find its internal Bluetooth chip for
some reason. Restarting your phone should fix this problem. If not please
contact your phones manufacturer.
14. I have a pda phone that pairs to the BlueSonic but has trouble
transferring calls, how can I fix this?
Go to the phone manufacturers’ website and download and install the
latest ROM software for your device. Many new pda phones are software
upgradeable and fixes are made available for problems such as this. This
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is especially the case with newly released devices.
15. Why can’t I hear the dial tone from headset when I dial?
Check the Bluetooth protocol of your mobile phone to see if it supports
in-band ring tone. If it does, then you should hear the dial tone (such
as Nokia series) or if it doesn’t you won’t hear it (such as some SonyEricsson series).
16. Voice dialing is not successful every time what can I do?
Using your BlueSonic to record the voice tags can enhance the
recognition rate. Please refer to the user guide of your phone. Noisy
environments can affect voice recognition. Record your voce commends
in a quiet environment.
Also make sure the contacts you wish to Voice Dial are stored on the
phones’ memory and not on the sim card.
17. I have read all the solutions in this document but I still cannot
get my BlueSonic to work properly, what can I do?
Contact us and we will help you through your problem.
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11. Contact Us
For Connection Assistance or if you are having difficulties
using your BlueSonic, Please visit our website www.
blueantwireless.com
Or contact us
Nth America
[email protected]
1 866 891-3032
Australia
[email protected]
1300 669 049 (AUS)
New Zealand
[email protected]
0800 443 122 (NZ)
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12. Warranty
12.1 Process
a. Should you be having difficulties in the operation of
your BlueSonic please first refer to the F.A.Q in this
Manual.
b. Check our website for updated manuals more
information, and troubleshooting assistance www.
blueantwireless.com
c. Call and speak to one of the Blueant Wireless
Customer Service Team
d. We will help clarify whether you have a hardware or
connection issue.
e. Return the unit directly to BlueAnt for testing and
replacement of faulty items
Please call to arrange a Return Merchandise
Authorization (RMA) number.
or
Return the unit to your place of purchase and the store
will be able to return the kit to Blueant for testing and
replacement of faulty items.
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12.2 Terms and Conditions
a. Blueant Warrant the original purchaser of this
product only.
b. Blueant will replace or repair any faulty product
provided it has not been misused or abused in any
way.
c. There are no user serviceable parts inside this product.
Using a non-authorized repairer will void the warranty.
d. BlueSonic Warranty is valid for 2 years (24 months)
from the date of purchase.
e. Proof of purchase must be supplied to obtain warranty.
f. The speakers must be in original packaging with serial
number for warranty to be valid.
g. Warranties are effective from the proof of purchase
date and not from the date of any subsequent repair or
replacement.
13. Certification and Safety Approvals/General Information
The device is CE、FCC and BQB approved.
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Statement:
a. Rule15.21:You are cautioned that changes or
modifications not expressly approved by the part
responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
b. Rule15.105.(b):This equipment has been tested
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and found to comply with limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there
is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a
particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
-Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
-Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
-Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit
different from that to which the receiver is connected.
-Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV
technician for help.
Bluetooth is a trade mark owned by Bluetooth SIG, Inc.
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14. Cautions
14.1 Important information regarding safe and efficient
operation. Read this information before using the product.
Users are not permitted to make changes or modify the
device in any way. Changes or modifications not expressly
approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
14.2 Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
a. this device may not cause harmful interference, and
b. this device must accept any interference received,
including interference that may cause undesired
operation of the device.
14.3 FCC RF Radiation Exposure Statement:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure
limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. End
users must follow the specific operation instructions for
satisfying RF exposure compliance. This transmitter must
not be co-located or operated in conjunction with any
other antenna or transmitter.
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